Legal Question in Disability Law in California

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) covers alcoholics.

Yes. For purposes of the ADA, an alcoholic is treated as a person with a disability and is protected by the Act is he/she is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job. However, an alcoholic is not completely immune from discipline, discharge or denial of employment where his/her use of alcohol adversely impacts job performance or conduct. Additionally, an employer can prohibit the use of alcohol on the job.